Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 3:00 AM to 3:00 PM for a fee, approximately USD 7.50 to 15.50 for adults and children.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Merivale, just a 3-minute drive from Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre and 7 minutes from Wolfbrook Arena. It is also 7.1 miles from New Brighton Beach and 8.2 miles from Sumner Beach.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available for guests. The pool is seasonal and operational hours may vary.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Ashford Motor Lodge

What guests think

Ashford Motor Lodge earns praise for its spacious, comfortable units and convenient, walkable location near Hagley Park, Merivale, and the CBD, with many guests highlighting friendly service and the practicality of in-room kitchen facilities for families and longer stays.

Cleanliness is commonly rated highly, though a handful of reviews note lapses or maintenance issues such as broken fittings or an occasional dirty room. Facilities like the pool, parking and pet-friendly areas are appreciated, but the pool can be cold and parking tight at times. Rooms often lack air conditioning, and some road-facing units get traffic noise. A dependable option for straightforward, stress-free stays in Christchurch.

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Facilities

The pool, parking and pet-friendly amenities (including a dog area) are well liked, though several reviews say the pool is cold and parking can be tight. Laundry facilities are available and inexpensive.

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Darren

5 Mar 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was very spacious and clean. The parking is a bit tight, but with a smaller vehicle it was really not an issue to get in and out.

10

Gloria

28 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property it’s good an nice unfortunately we couldn’t use the pool even it’s heated pool it is not it was so cold so kids couldn’t use it which was a shame apart of that the room was great .

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Paul

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 9 nights

Wow the Ashford Motor Lodge is a fantastic place to stay. There’s plenty of places to park your car. Lovely relaxing swimming pool. Room and bathroom large and extremely clean and a nice kitchenette to make breakfast and snacks. The staff are so helpful and friendly you could not ask for more on a holiday

8

Jeanine

18 Sept 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I enjoyed my stay and discovered the new dog park out the back of the hotel which is an excellent asset for dog owners like me. One recommendation would be to put some lights there for nighttime, as I couldn't see to clean up after my dog at 7.30 pm due to the dark. I did also have an unpleasant experience when checking in. I was checked in by Shelley (apologies if I've misspelled the name). Because I had never stayed here before, I questioned what the second rule meant on the "rules for dog owners" and her tone was dismissive and rude - I showed her the form. She explained it meant that Hagley Park and the back of the hotel were places to take your pet for toilet stops and to pick up after them, which made sense ( I hadn't known Hagley Park was close to the hotel either). Unfortunately, it was the sarcastic tone that left me feeling very uncomfortable. And it continued through the whole check-in experience. I later met another staff member who asked how I was finding the dog park and my interaction with this staff member was enjoyable, which made up for the communication at the beginning.

10

Betty

5 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location was super convenient to delicious eateries nearby, parking was super easy and staff was friendly :) Thank you!

8

Madison

1 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay at Ashford motor lodge was very good! An absolutely clean and comfy place to stay. Super comfy beds, a great location around food places and shops. The pool was super cold but very good on a hot day, it was just a little dirty at the bottom but not off putting. The main downfall about this place was the Carpark. It was super tight and when full hard to get around. Another little downfall was when I checked it’s I got greeted but didn’t get much info about the place such as the places rules and pool times, leading me to look it up myself. Luckily there’s a book in the room that has the rules but would’ve preferred to be told upon arrival as that’s what usually happens when I check into places. Overall a very solid stay.

10

Maria

12 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a wonderful stay, it is extremely clean, large, comfy place to stay with our large dog. A home away from home with a great outdoor dog area. Handy to everything, will definitely stay again. highly recommend

10

Kevin

6 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay. Room was really spacious, modern and newly decorated. Good shower. Soaps etc. replenish daily. Daily housekeeping and plenty of tea, coffee, hot chocolate provided. Cooking facilities basic but sufficient to prepare evening meal. Clean hardly used pool. Laundry facilities were good and cheap. Short walk to Hayley Park and then on to beautiful botanical gardens on the die of the centre. Loads of eating options nearby too. Cannot fault it. Reasonable rates for peak season if booked in advance.

8

Jessica

30 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A good comfortable place. Close to town. Good pool.

10

Tania

17 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved my time at Ashford. The pool was a godsend on a couple of hot days, only comment would be air conditioning would be a nice addition

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Cleanliness

Many guests find units very clean and well presented, but there are occasional lapses and maintenance issues, including reports of broken fittings or a dirty room.

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Andreen

15 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I liked how they were pet friendly and except for some common instructions there was no dramas. Even having a pet friendly room , it was still so neat. Sofa bed was a bit dirty when we opened it up but we didnt use it. Otherwise overall, we loved the place. A bit of cleaning would help but not a major issue. Friendly custimer service.

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Anne

20 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Broken glass left in kitchen, broken shower door, tv didn’t work!! But clean and staff tried to sort out tv but couldn’t.

8

Max

23 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good clean motel

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CHRISTINA

5 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the cleanliness and the space to move around. A couple of things could have done with a bit of updating, otherwise very comfortable and ideal for a short stay.

8

Lakhwinder

3 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room wasn't clean enough.

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Jane

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We could not fault this property! Our unit was immaculately clean, beautifully presented and very quiet. The location is great - handy to the city, many shopping and dining options and Hagley Park a wonderful Christchurch gem.

10

sheena

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean spacious unit

10

David

22 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Impeccably clean rooms, close to where you need to be in CHC - recommended

10

David

7 Feb 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

The Motel we had was very quiet, clean, spacious and very comfortable. Including the bed.

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Lucy

27 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very dirty and shower was not working, we were expected to use a shower several units down. We found alternative accommodation for the night.

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Rooms

Units are spacious, comfortable and well equipped with kitchenettes or full kitchens, suiting families and longer stays. Trade-offs include no air conditioning (fans in some), occasional dated or worn fittings, and road noise in some front-facing rooms.

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Julia

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well it has everything that we need. Beds are comfy, room is spacious and clean, kitchen is well equipped with the essential stuff to cook our own meals. The only downside is our room is just next to the main street and is a bit noisy.

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Sam

12 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great accommodation near the Botanic Gardens. Lots of transport options and being pretty flat, it's a very walkable to the CBD. The rooms were nice and clean, but can be hot/warm as it didn't have AC. A ceiling fan or pedestal fan would have been good. Allows late checkin as it's not staffed after 8pm.

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Kelly

28 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I have 5/5 for my last stay (room 11) but we had room 3 which is right on the road. It was very noisy but it was comfortable for our needs. If you want a quiet room, don't get 3 or 4.

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Tracey

22 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The rooms were nice and clean, the staff were lovely. Only down side would be no air conditioning but they did have a fan available for use in the room.

10

Maria

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was roomy, quiet, warm and very comfortable. It had full kitchen facilities and I think we may have been upgraded. It is close to Merivale and within walking distance from eateries and shops. The staff were very friendly and couldn't be more helpful. It is one of our favourite places.

10

Jeff

31 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Stylish rooms with plenty of space

6

Jennifer

23 Nov 2023

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Great location, easily walkable to many restaurants and Hagley Park. Unit could use some updating. Plastic bag covering something hanging from ceiling. No fan in the unit on a hot Summer day. Good unit for the price.

10

Jennifer

9 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a quick stay for us to be close to the airport for an early morning flight. We were pleasantly surprised by how well it worked out: Staff was very nice, the space was good for a family of 5 (or larger), and the beds were comfortable with heated mattress pads! The kitchen area is not large, so it's best for short stays or people not planning on doing tons of cooking. We were happy with our stay for the price point especially!

8

Kirstie

22 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Spacious bathroom (2 bed suite, no 1). Comfy. Small kitchen but has everything you need.

10

Kevin

6 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay. Room was really spacious, modern and newly decorated. Good shower. Soaps etc. replenish daily. Daily housekeeping and plenty of tea, coffee, hot chocolate provided. Cooking facilities basic but sufficient to prepare evening meal. Clean hardly used pool. Laundry facilities were good and cheap. Short walk to Hayley Park and then on to beautiful botanical gardens on the die of the centre. Loads of eating options nearby too. Cannot fault it. Reasonable rates for peak season if booked in advance.

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Service

Service is generally friendly and helpful, with easy check-ins and staff going the extra mile for changes or delays. A few guests experienced grumpy interactions or unclear after-hours check-in communication (the office closes at 8 pm).

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Barbara

16 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay at Ashford Motor Lodge! The staff are very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again

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Anne

20 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Broken glass left in kitchen, broken shower door, tv didn’t work!! But clean and staff tried to sort out tv but couldn’t.

10

Sarah

11 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check in a breeze and the room was immaculate and they had even turned the heater on for us! Highly recommend. So close to town and hagley park and our dog was welcomed.

8

Jeanine

18 Sept 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I enjoyed my stay and discovered the new dog park out the back of the hotel which is an excellent asset for dog owners like me. One recommendation would be to put some lights there for nighttime, as I couldn't see to clean up after my dog at 7.30 pm due to the dark. I did also have an unpleasant experience when checking in. I was checked in by Shelley (apologies if I've misspelled the name). Because I had never stayed here before, I questioned what the second rule meant on the "rules for dog owners" and her tone was dismissive and rude - I showed her the form. She explained it meant that Hagley Park and the back of the hotel were places to take your pet for toilet stops and to pick up after them, which made sense ( I hadn't known Hagley Park was close to the hotel either). Unfortunately, it was the sarcastic tone that left me feeling very uncomfortable. And it continued through the whole check-in experience. I later met another staff member who asked how I was finding the dog park and my interaction with this staff member was enjoyable, which made up for the communication at the beginning.

8

Anisha

7 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The place by itself was lovely and cozy , we were not so happy with the service as the staff were a bit grumpy , and not very welcoming.

10

Betty

5 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location was super convenient to delicious eateries nearby, parking was super easy and staff was friendly :) Thank you!

10

Bethan

26 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

They added in extra security on one night of mine due to a festival nearby which was so appreciated!!

10

Jennifer

9 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a quick stay for us to be close to the airport for an early morning flight. We were pleasantly surprised by how well it worked out: Staff was very nice, the space was good for a family of 5 (or larger), and the beds were comfortable with heated mattress pads! The kitchen area is not large, so it's best for short stays or people not planning on doing tons of cooking. We were happy with our stay for the price point especially!

8

Michael

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing value for the 5 person unit. Fantastic location at the edge of Hagley Park. Walking distance to the City Centre and Riccarton. However, I marked down service as the office shuts at 8pm. Since I was arriving at 10pm, a point which I had communicated to them, they made no effort to make me aware of the after hours check in process. It was only a chance phone call I made to them earlier on check in day about a different subject, which led to them telling me the after hours check in process. Many latches on the windows were falling apart or broken. However, the outstanding value, cleanliness and location made the stay fantastic.

10

Ella

24 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic service from the Ashford Staff. Our flight was delayed and we needed to book extra nights for 2 rooms and the staff handled this so seamlessly despite it being a long weekend as well. Having kids and a baby added an extra layer of difficulty for us but the staff made our life so easy and supported us with whatever we needed- I could not be more grateful! The room was lovely and a perfect walking distance to everything we needed. Really happy with our stay here and highly recommend.

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Location

Convenient, walkable base near Hagley Park, Merivale and the CBD, with plenty of eateries and transport options nearby. Also works well for airport access and short city stays.

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Zac

24 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location

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Callum

27 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The studio was spacious and clean, and had all the amenities you could ask for. There is ample parking and it’s relatively easy to get into the CBD either by driving or taking public transport. The staff were very friendly and I think the offer of milk is a nice touch, it saves you going to the nearby petrol station which I found to be the only alternative.

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Rachel

15 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location to Central ChCh. Clean, tidy, great beds!

10

Heather and Bob

12 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

As advertised. Close to CBD. Within walking distance to shops, bars, & restaurants. Worth staying at. Not far from Art Centre, Botanical gardens, Mona Vale & Hagley Park.

10

Peter

13 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent, convenient location

10

Hayley

31 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy walk to areas

10

Maria

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was roomy, quiet, warm and very comfortable. It had full kitchen facilities and I think we may have been upgraded. It is close to Merivale and within walking distance from eateries and shops. The staff were very friendly and couldn't be more helpful. It is one of our favourite places.

10

Yew Tee

15 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

conveniently locate in the heart of the city. near supermarket and shopping centre

10

Betty

5 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location was super convenient to delicious eateries nearby, parking was super easy and staff was friendly :) Thank you!

8

Denis

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location - easy walk to the city centre and Merivale . Very comfortable . Would have been helpful to have a mirror in the upstairs bedroom . But otherwise would recommend

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Ashford Motor Lodge

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